DSQUARED2 SPRING 09 COLLECTION >>> BUTCH DIVA'S PICKS

"Instead, they focused on the all-American sportswear that they excel at, this time in a seventies mode. Among the strongest pieces were dark denim flares worn with crisp, checked oxford shirts and little leather bombers with maybe a silk scarf tied around the model's neck; a long, lean three-piece suit in Bianca Jagger white; and a floaty strapless gown with deep ruffles at the bust and hem. Of course, it wouldn't be Dsquared² without some skin, so there were also cutout swimsuits with gold chain details, but it didn't feel like the peep show that it sometimes has in the past. An oversize poncho and an enormous strapless bubble dress in duchesse satin were anomalies in what was one of Dsquared²'s most wearable collections in seasons." Style.com

See the rest of the review and collection here.

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BUTCH DIVA FASHION SHOWCASE >>> THE FEEDBACK!

"Please tell me that you came to this! For shame if you didn't, cause Butch Diva did her thing on the sewing tip from the looks on her new line. This was a great jump start to the long holiday weekend to unwind to. And with the attendance of BD's models, dudes were quick to jump on the horn and let their boys 'Yo, it's mad dimes up in here!' Slow down playboy, it's too sexy for that. We're hungry NOT thirsty. The females that attend our functions ask for business card NOT phone numbers. DO NOT MISS THE NEXT ONE!" - The Minority Report

"Last week was world famous New York fashion week and to kick things off we attended and participated in Butch Diva's fashion show at Tamboril. Amongst the changing in the bathroom, moving around every minute to let the waitresses by, things came together and the show was a mighty success." - 718 Bodega

"Hi-Passed by your show, which I believe was around early/mid September on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn.
It was just by chance I was passing by and saw the show. Great work! Really colorful, well styled and great energy. I am assuming you will have another show corresponding with Fashion Week. If you do, please email/notify me when. Thank you and continue the great work. All the best!" - James Madison

"Tiffany - It was my pleasure! Just to remind you, I am still DYING for that white necklace! LOL. And I am also interested in the denim jacket you had me in... So just let me know how much and when I can come get'em ;)! Thanks again for a great show, I am very very proud of you. I know you are a woman of your word. You're awesome! Hope you are settled now in your new space...Thank YOU & Much Love" - Fly Lady Di

WEEKEND INSPIRATIONS >>> BODY ART

Inspiration is everything. Go get you some.

EDITORIAL STYLING >>> TAKE NOTICE

These images found in the October issue of Vogue Paris stopped me dead in my tracks!
The attention paid to detail in styling, hair and makeup is what continues to inspire me and remind me how much I love fashion...

Photography by Mario Testino
Models: Yasmin Warsame and Lakshmi Menon

Source: The Design Scene

WHERE I BEEN? ...WELL IT DEPENDS ON WHO IS ASKIN'

...but to make a long story short, just been settling into my new place, unpacking all the clothes and accessories I didn't realize I had, making purchases for the place trying to hurry and get comfortable for the cold coming in, adjusting to my new office space, and was outta commision for a few days sick at home. Oh - and YES my dearest BUTCH DIVA supporters, I still manage to maintain a 9-5 that pays the bills.

Considering my brain dishes out thoughts and concepts at a mile a minute, it's fair to admitt it's very hard for me at times to keep it short and sweet. But it's going on 3 in the a.m, and this would make about a week now that I've barely had a decent night's sleep. I just wanted to drop a friendly reminder that I'm no where far. Blog content is piling up and I will be sure to share it with you over the weekend! Also be sure to stay tuned for all the details on the BUTCHDIVA.blogspot Anniversary Party in early Oct. Always in the mood to dress up for my own gala!

(Oct.6th marks the day I sat down and posted my 1st blog...)

Love u guys.
BUTCH DIVA's Boss Lady >>> Tiffany LaStar

VOGUE ITALIA >>> THE HONORABLE GUINESS

"The editorial features Daphne Guiness, the socialite and heiress of the Guinness family, in futuristic fashion (styled by Patty Wilson) and dramatic art direction. And let me tell you, she ain't no paris hilton. Miss Guiness held her own as the best of them." - Kanye's Blog
The editorial titled "The Honorable Daphne Guiness", in the "Future Couture" supplement of the latest issue of Vogue Italia...

MALANDRINO >>> SPRING 09' COLLECTION

Catherine Malandrino may have a great PR person getting all her stuff into celebrity wardrobes, but she still has many enemies in the industry. I know first hand because I used to work for her managing her production overseas. Ironically enough she walked out after the show wearing a signature piece from what may be considered her best collection ever, Americana inspired after 9/11 years back. But I cut her some slack, these were BUTCH DIVA's picks for the season...

DO THA' DAMN THING RALPH >>> SPRING 09'

"Down came last season's gold antlers and up went a Moroccan lamp: Ralph Lauren looked to North Africa for Spring. For many in his audience today, it's a place that automatically conjures up images and thoughts of Yves Saint Laurent. But Lauren has been in business for 41 years now, and in that time he's mined every continent but Antarctica for inspiration, so if this was in part a respectful nod in the late Parisian designer's direction, it was mostly a fresh look at some of Lauren's own biggest hits..."

Read more on the review and see the rest of teh collection here.